Purpose

This NPR establishes the lines of authority, distribution of responsibilities, and principal statements of policy governing management of Senior Scientific and Professional (ST) and Senior-Level (SL) positions in NASA.

Applicability

This NPR applies to NASA Headquarters and NASA Centers, including Component Facilities. In consonance with the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended (5 U.S.C. App § 2, and the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990 (31 U.S.C. § 901 et seq.), nothing herein shall be construed as limiting the Inspector General's or the Chief Financial Officer's authority regarding ST or SL employees or positions within those organizations.